Snow Flea vs Moorhen Flea
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Snow Flea | Moorhen Flea |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Glaciopsyllus antarcticus | Dasypsyllus gallinulae |
| Order | Siphonaptera | Siphonaptera |
| Family | Ceratophyllidae | Ceratophyllidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 1.5-2.5 mm |
| Habitat | Tundra & Arctic | Woodlands |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | Oceania | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Snow Flea
A flea that parasitizes petrels and survives Antarctic conditions year-round.
Did You Know?
It is the southernmost known flea, enduring temperatures far below freezing.
Moorhen Flea
A flea commonly found on small passerine birds including tits, wrens, and robins. It breeds in bird nesting boxes and natural cavities.
Did You Know?
This flea is so common in European bird nest boxes that ornithologists routinely find them when checking boxes during the breeding season.